Description
Deliciously sweet and savory roasted yams coated with olive oil, seasoned with salt and pepper, and topped with a luscious pecan and maple syrup glaze. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal, these roasted yams offer tender, caramelized edges and a delightful crunch from the glazed pecans.
Ingredients
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Yams
- 3 medium yams (about 1 pound), sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Pecan Maple Glaze
- 2–3 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1/2 cup pecans
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to caramelize the yams properly.
- Slice Yams: Slice the yams into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick, aiming for even slices to ensure uniform cooking.
- Toss With Oil and Season: In a bowl, toss the yam slices with enough olive oil to coat all sides lightly. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper and toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Pan: Lay the yam slices mostly in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing a little overlap but not overcrowding to ensure proper roasting.
- Initial Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to start cooking and softening the yams.
- Prepare Pecan Maple Mix: While the yams bake, mix the pecans with maple syrup and add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Set this mixture aside.
- Add Pecan Mixture and Continue Baking: After the initial 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet, scatter the pecan and maple syrup mixture evenly over the yams, gently toss to coat, then return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes or until the yam edges caramelize and become tender.
- Serving: Once done, transfer the yams to a platter or baking dish, cover loosely with foil to keep warm, and serve as a savory-sweet side dish.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the pan to allow for even roasting and caramelization.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before mixing with maple syrup.
- Adjust the maple syrup quantity to your desired sweetness level.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or as part of a vegan holiday meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
